SCIENCE
ENDOCRINE GLANDS
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dwarfism
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gigantism
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goiter
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Disproportionate dwarfism is characterized by either short limbs or a short body. Intelligence is usually normal, and most have a nearly normal life expectancy. There are over 100 conditions that cause dwarfism.
Detailed explanation-2: -Dwarfism is short stature that results from a genetic or medical condition. Dwarfism is generally defined as an adult height of 4 feet 10 inches (147 centimeters) or less.
Detailed explanation-3: -The three most common types of skeletal dysplasias are achondroplasia, spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita, and diastrophic dysplasia.
Detailed explanation-4: -Short-trunk dwarfism: The torso is shortened when compared with the limbs. Short-limb dwarfism: The limbs are shortened when compared with the trunk.
Detailed explanation-5: -a normal-length body with short arms and legs. a large head with a prominent forehead and flat nasal bridge. short and wide hands and feet. short fingers and toes.